Gogglebox stars The Malones have announced a “heartbreaking” loss in the family and fans have been paying tribute, saying they are “so sorry”.
The Malones, which include dad Tom, mum Julie, and brothers Tom Jr and Shaun, have been part of the popular Channel 4 show since 2014.
Joining them over the years include their many furry family members - Rottweilers Lucy, Dave, Izzy, Joe and Bob.
But sadly, Julie has shared that Bob has passed away and the family is “heartbroken” – this follows on from the death of Lucy in 2022, and most recently Dave in 2023.
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Gogglebox stars The Malones announce ‘heartbreaking’ death of Bob
In a post on Instagram to her 293k followers, the TV favourite said: “Today we sad goodbye to our beautiful protective Bobby , he spent his last day doing what he loved , watching over the Grandchildren playing in the garden .We are heartbroken. RIP our beautiful Big Bob xx”
This was accompanied by several pictures of Bob throughout his life, including as a puppy dressed in an adorable Christmas outfit.
Additionally, Tom Jr posted his own pictures and videos of their beloved family member, captioned: “Good boy Bob….Rest easy big man.”
Many Gogglebox cast members were among those paying tribute, including sisters Izzy and Ellie Warner.
Izzy commented: “Sending you all lots of love xxx”
While Ellie added: “So sorry to hear about Bobby, run free over the rainbow bridge xxx”
Series favourite Georgia Bell also said: “Sending you all so much love!!”
Meanwhile, this fan wrote: “Heartbreaking when they leave this earth. Really sad to read this. Been here, got the t shirt. Never gets any easier.”
Another replied: “Running free with Dave, so sorry, another big loss to your family.”
A third responded to Julie’s post: “Awwww no, it’s not so long since yous lost Dave, thinking of you all.”
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Someone else shared: “So sorry to you all. Worst thing ever. At least you have all the lovely memories to try focus on.”
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